Dr. Edwards released a weekly videocast on October 12 detailing upcoming academic milestones and school activities for Centennial.
The update includes information regarding the conclusion of Term 1, upcoming breaks, and several important deadlines for students and parents.
Term 1 is scheduled to end on Wednesday, Oct. 21. The final school day for students will be Tuesday, Oct. 20, as Oct. 21 is a Teacher Professional Development Day and no school will be held for students.
Fall Break is scheduled for Oct. 22–26. Students will return to school on Tuesday, Oct. 27, which will serve as an A Day and the start of Term 2.
Regarding academic monitoring, parents and guardians are encouraged to check student grades and assignments in PowerSchool and Canvas. Parents may also create a Canvas Observer account to monitor academic progress, with instructions provided in the weekly newsletter.
Several upcoming events and deadlines were noted:
Fee waiver applications must be submitted by Thursday, Oct. 15.
Red Ribbon Week will be celebrated from Oct. 27–30.
Entries for the PTA Reflections Contest are due Tuesday, Oct. 27.
Centennial is also beginning planning for a Career Fair. Information regarding presenters for small group sessions will be provided in the newsletter, with additional details and sign-up opportunities expected soon.
Centennial has also provided Halloween costume guidelines in the weekly newsletter to ensure costumes remain safe, respectful, and appropriate for school.